Campaigning for the UAE's upcoming Federal National Council election has been postponed until Tuesday. It’s been delayed by two days, as the country mourns the loss of 45 Emirati soldiers killed in Yemen. A list of 341 candidates was earlier approved by the National Election Committee. Applications can be withdrawn before September 14, while voting is scheduled for October 3.
UAE allows citizens to travel to Lebanon from Monday
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) has announced that United Arab Emirates nationals will be permitted to travel to Lebanon effective Monday, June 29, 2026.
UAE strongly condemns Israeli attacks on Syria
The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the Israeli attacks on Quneitra and Daraa in Syria, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) said in a statement on Monday.
Jumeirah Beach 2 awarded historic Gold Accessibility Certification
Jumeirah Beach 2 has become Dubai's first beach to be awarded a Gold Accessibility Certification from the World Disability Union.
Dubai's RTA smart mini-bus service hits 193,000 users
Dubai's app-based shared minibus service, operated by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), has served over 193,000 users since its launch in December 2024.
